Chapter 16 Verse 4
Daivāsura Sampad Vibhāg Yog
दम्भो दर्पोऽभिमानश्च क्रोधः पारुष्यमेव च।अज्ञानं चाभिजातस्य पार्थ सम्पदमासुरीम्।।16.4।।
dambho darpo ’bhimānaśh cha krodhaḥ pāruṣhyam eva cha ajñānaṁ chābhijātasya pārtha sampadam āsurīm
Word Meanings
| dambhaḥ | hypocrisy |
| darpaḥ | arrogance |
| abhimānaḥ | conceit |
| cha | and |
| krodhaḥ | anger |
| pāruṣhyam | harshness |
| eva | certainly |
| cha | and |
| ajñānam | ignorance |
| cha | and |
| abhijātasya | of those who possess |
| pārtha | Arjun, the son of Pritha |
| sampadam | qualities |
| āsurīm | demoniac |
Translation
Hypocrisy, arrogance, and self-conceit, anger, harshness, and ignorance—these belong to one who is born for a demoniacal state, O Partha.
Philosophical Significance
Core Meaning
This verse names traits—hypocrisy, pride, self-importance, anger, harshness, and ignorance—as signs of a mind stuck in a harmful pattern. These are not just bad habits; they come from a deeper misunderstanding of who we are.
When we identify only with ego and desires, these qualities grow. They push us away from truth, harm our relationships, and keep us bound to repeated suffering and wrong choices.
Spiritually, the remedy is knowing and living from a wiser, calmer center. By seeing and softening these tendencies, we make space for humility, compassion, and clear understanding, which free us from harmful cycles.
Life Application
- Pause when you feel pride or anger: take three deep breaths before speaking or acting.
- Practice small acts of humility: admit mistakes, apologize quickly, and listen more than you defend.
- Notice triggers of harshness and replace reaction with a question: “Is this helpful?” or “What does the other person need?”
Reflection Question
Which of these qualities shows up most in my daily life, and what one small step can I take today to change it?